Cor for Artists: 19th Annual Plein Air Festival (PA)

Wayne Art Center is now accepting applications through February 19, 2027 for its 19th Annual Plein Air Festival, taking place May 2–8, 2027.

This year, acclaimed plein air artist Kimball Geisler serves as the juror, selecting 32 artists from across the country to capture the historic architecture, vibrant cityscapes, scenic waterfronts, and rolling landscapes within a 35-mile radius of Wayne, Pennsylvania.

Key Details:

• Festival Dates: May 2–8, 2027
• Exhibition Dates: May 8 – June 19, 2027
• Prizes: $25,000 in cash and industry awards
• Culmination Event: Collectors’ Preview Party and Awards Presentation

Artists can submit their applications online via the CaFÉ portal. For complete details and festival guidelines, visit the official Wayne Plein Air website.